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Trip Overview

The average train between Köln Hbf and Bern takes 6h 2m and the fastest train takes 5h 2m. The train service runs several times per day from Köln Hbf to Bern. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

6h 2m
Duration
593 km
Distance
CHF 126
Average price
Every 4 hours
Frequency

Köln Hbf to Bern train times

Trains run every 4 hours between Köln Hbf and Bern. The earliest departure is at 6:54 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Köln Hbf is at 8:54 PM which arrives into Bern at 6:26 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 6h 2m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Wednesday, November 11, 2026

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    Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)11h 32m • 1 change

Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)5h 32m • 1 change
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    Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)5h 2m • 1 change
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    Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)5h 2m • 1 change
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    Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)6h 2m • 1 change
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Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)5h 32m • 1 change
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    Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)5h 2m • 1 change
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    Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)5h 2m • 1 change
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    Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)6h 2m • 1 change
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Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)5h 32m • 1 change
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    Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)5h 2m • 1 change
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    Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)5h 2m • 1 change
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    Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)6h 2m • 1 change
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Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)5h 32m • 1 change
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    Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)5h 2m • 1 change
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    Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)5h 2m • 1 change
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    Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)6h 2m • 1 change
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Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)5h 32m • 1 change
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    Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)5h 2m • 1 change
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    Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)5h 2m • 1 change
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    Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)6h 2m • 1 change
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Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)5h 32m • 1 change
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    Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)5h 2m • 1 change
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    Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)5h 2m • 1 change
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    Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)6h 2m • 1 change
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Departing Wednesday, November 18, 2026

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    Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)5h 32m • 1 change
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    Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)5h 2m • 1 change
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    Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)5h 2m • 1 change
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    Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)6h 2m • 1 change
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Köln Hbf to Bern? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.

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  • Distance: 593.2 km
  • Duration: 6h 2m

What companies run services between Köln Hbf, Germany and Bern, Switzerland?

You can take a train from Köln Hbf to Bern via Basel SBB in around 5h 20m.

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